Making Every Sleep a Safe Sleep
Ideas that Resist Inequities
Black babies and American Indian/Alaskan Native babies die from sleep-related deaths at more than twice the rate of white babies. These glaring inequities are rooted in systemic barriers caused by structural racism. Here, we share nine promising practices for change from innovative community programs, grassroots initiatives, and state and national campaigns.
Remember to Move Beyond the Numbers
Safe sleep statistics represent real babies and real losses. Here, Brittanie Weaver talks about the loss of her son to raise awareness about sudden unexpected infant deaths so that other families won’t experience what her family went through.
Know that Knowledge is Power
Every new person who learns about safe infant sleep is one more person who can promote safe sleep guidelines. Help build collective knowledge across the country by sharing safe sleep information all month on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Not sure where to start? Our SIDS Awareness Month social media toolkit includes sample posts and graphics for your use.
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